Erik Ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, couldn't help but shower praise on Scott McTominay for his outstanding performance. Ten Hag's admiration came after McTominay's incredible late-game heroics secured a dramatic victory for the team.
"McTominay was fabulous," Ten Hag exclaimed in the post-match press conference.
"When you come in with the end of the game near and you bring that mindset, that energy, and that confidence, he fought for every meter, for every ball, and he was rewarded." He said.
When McTominay entered the pitch in the 83rd minute as a substitute. What followed was nothing short of astonishing. In the 87th minute, just moments after coming on, McTominay found the back of the net with a clinical finish to level the scoreline.
But McTominay's heroics didn't stop there. In the 97th minute, deep into injury time, he once again showcased his determination and composure by scoring a second goal. This brace in the closing minutes of the game turned the tables in favor of Manchester United, securing a dramatic victory.
What makes McTominay's performance even more remarkable is that he completed just two total passes during his short time on the pitch. It was his goal-scoring prowess and unwavering commitment that truly stole the show.
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Scott McTominay's extraordinary contributions earned him the coveted "Man of the Match" award, a fitting recognition of his match-winning display.
Manchester United is now on the 8th place on the Premier league table. Erik Ten Hag's admiration for McTominay's exceptional performance echoing the sentiments of everyone who witnessed this thrilling spectacle.